CDL A Driver

CDL A Driver - Home Weekly

Carbondale, Illinois, United States Job Openings CDL A Driver - Home Weekly

About the Job CDL A Driver Home Weekly

Onsite | Carbondale, IL Ashland City, TN Paris, TN West Memphis, AR Hendersonville, TN Direct Hire / Full-Time

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting multiple seasoned, highly skilled CDL A Drivers to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this dedicated Class A driving opportunity.

This role requires dependable, safety-focused drivers who can consistently manage regional dedicated routes, handle unload responsibilities efficiently, and maintain strong delivery performance while operating across multi-state freight lanes throughout the South and Midwest regions.

HireNow Disqualifier: Candidates with jumpy or inconsistent work history will not be accepted or interviewed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CDL A sleeper trucks safely across dedicated regional routes
• Transport dry freight while maintaining delivery schedules and freight integrity
• Unload freight using roto-carts and lift gates at delivery locations
• Complete approximately 3 loads weekly with multi-stop deliveries
• Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT regulations
• Maintain accurate ELD logs, mileage reporting, and transportation documentation
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding route updates, delays, and operational concerns
• Adhere to all company safety standards and federal transportation regulations
• Maintain professionalism and operational consistency throughout assigned routes

Required Qualifications (Highly Important)

• Valid CDL A license
• Proven dedicated, regional, or long-haul driving experience
• Ability to unload freight using roto-carts and lift gates
• Strong DOT compliance and safety history
• Comfortable operating sleeper cab equipment
• Ability to manage multi-stop delivery routes efficiently
• Strong attendance, route planning, and time management skills
• Stable and consistent employment history
• Must reside within required hiring radius:
• Carbondale, IL (within 25 miles)
• Ashland City, TN (within 30 miles)
• Paris, TN (within 25 miles)
• West Memphis, AR (within 100 miles)
• Hendersonville, TN (within 25 miles)
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications (Strongly Valued)

• Dedicated route or regional freight experience
• Experience with touch freight and unload operations
• Familiarity with South and Midwest regional freight lanes
• Clean driving and inspection history
• Experience utilizing electronic logging devices (ELDs)
• Strong communication and delivery coordination skills

HireNow Disqualifiers

• Jumpy or unstable employment history
• Poor driving or safety record
• No CDL A license
• Lack of dedicated or regional route experience
• DOT compliance violations or serious infractions
• Inability to perform unload responsibilities
• Failure to meet hiring radius requirements

HireNow Checklist

HireNow Staffing is recruiting candidates who align with the following:

• Active CDL A license with strong safety record
• Regional or dedicated route driving experience
• Comfortable handling unload responsibilities and multi-stop freight
• Strong DOT compliance and inspection awareness
• Reliable, punctual, and operationally disciplined
• Comfortable operating sleeper trucks and multi-state routes
• Strong communication and accountability standards
• Stable work history demonstrating consistency and professionalism

HireNow Standout Candidates

• Drivers with dedicated account experience
• Professionals experienced in regional Southeast and Midwest freight operations
• Drivers with strong safety bonus and inspection history
• CDL A operators experienced with unload freight environments
• Candidates with long-term transportation tenure and route consistency

HireNow Package

Compensation:

• Average Weekly Pay: $1,380
• Top Weekly Pay: $1,700
• Average Annualized Earnings: $71,760
• Top Annualized Earnings: $88,400

Work Locations:

• Carbondale, IL (within 25 miles)
• Ashland City, TN (within 30 miles)
• Paris, TN (within 25 miles)
• West Memphis, AR (within 100 miles)
• Hendersonville, TN (within 25 miles)

Schedule & Freight Details:

• SOLO Driver Position
• Home Weekly (34-hour reset)
• Approximately 1,500 Miles Weekly
• 3 Loads Per Week
• 3 Stops Per Load
• Unload Freight Using Roto-Carts & Lift Gates
• Mileage Pay
• Stop Pay

Routes Include:

• Texas
• Oklahoma
• Tennessee
• Arkansas
• Louisiana
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Kentucky
• Illinois
• Alabama

Equipment:

• Sleeper Trucks
• Automatic Transmission
• 53' Dry Van Trailers

Benefits Include:

• Weekly home time
• Consistent dedicated freight
• Stable full-time opportunity
• Dedicated regional route structure
• Performance-based compensation opportunities

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.